JOB TITLE:
Mechatronic/Robotics Engineer (Servo Control)
REPORTS TO:
Senior Applications Engineer/ Head of R&D
DEPARTMENT:
Research and Development
About the Role:
This role supports the development, testing, and commissioning of servo
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based motion systems used in defence applications. Working within a multi
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disciplinary R&D team, the engineer contributes to servo control implementation, motion behaviour tuning, and system
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level integration.
The role is hands
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on and technically varied, involving electrical, mechanical and software considerations. The engineer assists in implementing control logic (primarily in C++) and supports activities from early prototyping through to field commissioning, helping to ensure motion performance meets project and capability goals.
The main responsibilities include:
Servo System Design & Control
Assist in designing servo
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control solutions, including motor/actuator selection and basic torque/speed analysis.
System Integration
Assist in integrating servo systems with mechanical assemblies, embedded controllers, sensors, and other system components.
Testing, Validation & Prototyping
Support prototype builds, motion testing, and comparison of real
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world performance with analytical models.
Documentation & Technical Support
Produce configuration notes, tuning records, test reports, and technical documentation for internal R&D use.
About the Person
Essential
Education
Degree in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Control Engineering, or similar.
Core Technical Skills
Engineering Approach
Methodical, test
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driven mindset.
Desirable
Physical Demands & Work Environment:
Work within the R&D department as part of a multi
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disciplinary team.
Key Working Relationships:
